Welcome to Slow Boat
The Slow Boat Chinese Takeaway was established in 1978 by Raymond and Kath (business partners) who come from a family in the far-east with an extensive background in Chinese cooking, and both have over 40 years professional experience in providing quality Chinese and Cantonese style cuisine to the people of Salford and Greater Manchester.
Freshly Cooked Food
Every dish is prepared fresh upon order, ensuring vibrant flavors and high-quality ingredients in every bite.
Authentic Flavours
Our Cantonese-style dishes feature time-honored ingredients and recipes passed down through generations, ensuring each dish delivers fresh, high-quality flavors with the true essence of Chinese authenticity and a focus on healthy, balanced eating.
Fast & Convenient
Simply call to place your order for convenient collection or home delivery straight to your door.
Delivery Times
Please allow a minimum time of 45 minutes for your orders to be delivered. Orders may possibly be delayed during peak time between 6pm - 9pm, so please allow extra time.
Popular Dishes
The Slow Boat's Cantonese style dishes contains a variety of classical ingredients passed down from family generations of culinary know how's. Each of the dishes contain the classical ingredients to give our dishes the freshness and quality that meet the taste of chinese authenticity, and is aimed to give the healthy eating which we all require to fulfil our supplementary diet.
Special Fried Rice
A hearty, flavorful fried rice loaded with a delicious mix of prawns, chicken, and roast pork, combined with fresh vegetables and scrambled eggs, bringing together a balanced and satisfying meal.
Singapore Fried Rice
A spicy and vibrant rice dish inspired by Singaporean flavors, stir-fried with a mix of vegetables, prawns, and chicken, and infused with chili for a touch of heat.
Chicken Chow Mein
Classic Chinese stir-fried noodles with tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a savory sauce, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
Salt & Pepper Chicken
Crispy chicken pieces tossed with fresh chilies, onions, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, providing a savory, slightly spicy kick with each bite.
Salt and Pepper Box
A popular sharing box filled with salt and pepper chicken, crispy spring rolls, and fried rice or chips, served with a side pot of curry. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, offering a mix of textures and flavors with a touch of warmth from the curry.
Opening hours
Open 6 evenings a week (closed Wednesdays)
(including bank holidays)
Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu
5:00pm - 10:00pm
Wednesday
Closed
Fri & Sat
5:00pm - 11:00pm
Our happy customers
Some of the reviews left by our lovely customers
I only go there for the wings but overall the food is a 💯… very short waiting time… food is always served fresh and hot. Love it
Leemah
Lovely fresh food really enjoyed, food was seasoned well, soup was amazing! Will definitely be ordering again
Paula
I have had my takeaways from slow boat for 30 odd years. Staff Always very polite on the phone. Sometimes In a bit of a rush but that is because they are always very busy. Which says it all.
Colin
Lovely food always never had any bad meals would highly recommend 👌
Ian
I’ve used Slow Boat for THIRTY years. Always great food, great value and clean. The best hot & sour soup. Rice is included with main meals, no extra charge.
Steeve
